Thread: What do you think abour ring size?

Originally Posted by ThexMrs

Honestly, I would like a nice sized stone but it doesn't need to be enormous or goddy. Just something that as Glitz said, I can see. The quality is important as well. Truth be told though, if my boyfriend could only afford a very small diamond or even just a pretty band then that would be fine. I don't need the finer things in life as long as I have his love. That's all that matters.

What I do want though is something like this:

Ditto, Linds!

Hey, guys...if you don't know our ring size, there are subtle ways to get it. Get a small string and tie it around the finger and note...or, while we're sleeping...alas! If all else fails, bring her to the store and have her fitted for it. LOL...

Having the ring would make it formal - would really seal the deal so far. It also would show my driven suitors to stay back since this is for real...BF had claimed me as HIS already...given me his "mark"...lol...

I better have a simple ring and his true love that he professed, than an elaborate one with all the deceit and hidden personal motives.

Originally Posted by ThexMrs

Honestly, I would like a nice sized stone but it doesn't need to be enormous or goddy. Just something that as Glitz said, I can see. The quality is important as well. Truth be told though, if my boyfriend could only afford a very small diamond or even just a pretty band then that would be fine. I don't need the finer things in life as long as I have his love. That's all that matters.

What I do want though is something like this:

I love that ring. That would definitely be what I'd be looking for. But hey, at this point, I'd be so surprised to actually have anyone ask me to marry them that I'd probably be a little less picky about the ring and more concerned about the person/event.

I have been asked by three men...mind you! I find it weird. But hey, made me feel that I am wanted...but so far, I know what I'm worth, so, I chose to be with the man whom I connect with, and who also connects with me. It is hard to find that these days.

Something small and not super showy...Im into those rings that done have a giant pointed rock sticking out...More a circle of stones that make up the ring...I'd love something a bit colourful too...The less money spent on the ring, the more I can get from my husband to spend on more important things like housewares, clothes, handbags and shoes :0)

Originally Posted by kygirl

I love that ring. That would definitely be what I'd be looking for. But hey, at this point, I'd be so surprised to actually have anyone ask me to marry them that I'd probably be a little less picky about the ring and more concerned about the person/event.

Lol... Give yourself some credit! I'm sure you are marriage material and you will find that some day. He'll be a lucky guy!

I have been asked by three men...mind you! I find it weird. But hey, made me feel that I am wanted...but so far, I know what I'm worth, so, I chose to be with the man whom I connect with, and who also connects with me. It is hard to find that these days.

I have been asked a few times as well.

1. Bobby (when I was 18ish) I'm so glad I didn't go there. He up and disappeared, no number, family phone disconnected, no more email address. He's a ghost!

2. Tevin. I'm also glad I didn't go there. He went crazy and I don't mean it as in "Oh, he's my ex so he's crazy, yada yada." I mean, he started stalking me. He was obsessed.

3. Marty (that lasted about 3 days plus I asked him) Haha. I can laugh about it though so that's good. I'm not hurt by any means. When and if it's right, it'll happen.

As for Jared... He said he wants to marry me but he hasn't asked. The only thing he has asked is if I would live with him and that's a big fat no for now.

Just me personally:

What are your thoughts on engagement rings? I think they are excessive and silly.

You want a big stone, a quality stone, or both?! Neither (see above)

What's a reasonable amount to spend? $0

Or does it even matter at all?


Engagement rings are just one more 'keeping-up-with-the-Jones', life accessory. For me, it's one of the many things that is wrong with America. I know that sounds harsh but there's a whole culture of engagements and weddings that is over the top and becoming a huge money-sucking industry that typically brings out the worst in people.

I think if you're 'engaged' that should be enough. If you need an expensive symbol to prove it to everyone and to yourself then you need to take a look at your relationship (and yourself really).

Wow, sorry, I know that sounded harsh. But oh well, that's how I feel about it. To each their own.